How To Remove Artificial Grass

01. Remove Grass

It's fourth dimension to remove that lawn that has caused y'all so much frustration over the years! The water bills, brown spots, mowing, and mud; say goodbye to information technology all! Bogus Grass Liquidators recommends removing four inches of your existing lawn or base. Proceed in mind earth does add upwardly fast. We recommend having a dump trailer on site. Ensure you have the proper measurements to dispose of your existing base of operations correctly. Bank check your local city's website for the information you need to properly dispose of your soil. Seems similar a lot of work? AGL has sectional synthetic grass installation professionals with the correct equipment and tools to brand sure your projection is done correctly.

02. Prepare Base of operations

Evenly spread 4 inches of grade 2-road base of operations (or like). The grade 2-road base will make it easy to create a level platform with proper drainage. AGL does recommend using a weed barrier to foreclose vegetation from growing, and if applicable you can as well install gopher wire. Lightly moisture the surface area and get over information technology with a compactor until you attain a smooth surface.

03. Lay Turf

Curlicue out your new Bogus Grass. Be very careful not to drag your turf across your freshly prepped base. It is best to let the turf sit in the lord's day for 30 mins to an hour to let it expand prior to install. If you are working with multiple rolls, it is very important that the blade management and stitch patterns are facing the aforementioned fashion. Crossing blade directions volition outcome in poor appearance. Advisedly nudge and motility your bogus grass into the proper position. Wearable knee pads to protect your knees and shins while manipulating the turf. A carpet Kicker volition come up in handy to stretch and maneuver the turf.

04. Cut to Fit

At present that your turf is in the desired area, it is time to brand the appropriate cuts. The best cutting devices are razor knives and carpeting cutters. All cuts should exist made from the back of the synthetic grass so you tin can see the stitch rows. When making the cut leave i/iv'' to 1/2'' of turf over the edge of your boarder, this will help with the finishing touches toward the end of your project. If you lot are working with multiple pieces of synthetic grass this the perfect time to secure your seams with AGL seam tape and turf glue. Be sure that the blades of your turf are laying the same direction when seaming and that the space between each run up row matches to ensure the best visual result. Identify the ruddy line of your AGL seam record right down the centre of the seam, and make an "Southward" pattern with your glue on the seam record. Move turf into place and let the glue set for 15 minutes. Once the seam is brushed upward it will disappear. Place your infill bags evenly on the seam to enforce contact with the seam tape.

05. Secure Perimeter

Time to secure your Artificial Grass to the ground. Start by tucking the 1/4'' to 1/2'' edge you lot left into the edge with a metal putty knife and hammer. We recommend using AGL xl-D 5'' not-galvanized turf nails or staples. Using a hammer, gently tap the nail or staple until it pierces the backing. Disperse the turf blades with fingers and bulldoze the nail or staple into the ground. A nail or staple should exist placed every half dozen inches along the outside perimeter and every 2 feet on the inside areas. Be certain to reinforce your seamed areas with a few nails or staples. Before you infill, make sure to brush upwardly the turf with a power broom or button broom. This will become the blade retention vertical.

06. Spread Infill

Meeting the proper infill requirements for the turf system you have purchased is extremely important to the advent, performance, and life span of your artificial grass. Please ask your AGL production specialist for infill requirements. There are many dissimilar types of appropriate infill that tin can be used. Options include: Acrylic Coated Sand, Zeolite, Silica Sand or Crumb Safe. We recommend using a drop spreader to evenly disperse the proper amount of infill.

07. Brush Infill

Once the infill has been placed, using a power broom or another stiff bristled broom brush the turf. This will assist the turf blades in standing straight up to make your new artificial lawn look like freshly mowed grass. Echo the process until your infill is brushed in evenly and your seams disappear. Brushing upwards your turf blades will be the only quarterly maintenance AGL recommends exterior of proper sanitation if you have pets.

08. Enjoy your new turf!

Enjoy your newly installed artificial grass from AGL! If you lot take whatever questions please contact our client service center at the number below. A representative will get back to you within 24 hours.